Speculum Illuminator Microscope Accessory, Late 19th Century

Subject: Microscopy
Item type: Object
Provenance: Purchased from Dr. Reginald S. Clay with his collection. Part of item 14 in typescript list.
Physical material: copper alloy; paint; metal; mirrored glass
Dimensions: Diameter: 45mm Height: 45mm Weight: 47g
Inventory No: 22657
Accession Number: 1944-1/part

Description

Copper alloy fitting with central stalk with speculum protected by a small removable copper alloy cover. Stored in black Japanned tin box.